By Thäis Parvez
Valentine’s Day is around the corner! For many, February 14 is the most magical day of the year, but if you are single, it can be a real nightmare. So, here you have it: the ultimate guide for singles to survive Valentine’s Day. Read on and find out what are the 5 best Valentine’s Day plans for singles!
1. Games & Trivia night
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Spending the night out on Valentine’s Day can cost you a fortune! Prices in restaurant and pubs skyrocket during this day, so the best idea is to invite your other single friends to your place and spend the evening challenging each other with fun games.
You can order some pizza, grab a few beers, and play classic board games like Pictionary or Trivial. If you really want to have a laugh, try Twister after having a few drinks!
2. Chocolate-making class & tasting workshop
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Chocolate is the perfect gift for any occasion, and on Valentine’s Day, it’s even more popular!
But why buy sweets on Valentine’s Day when you can learn a few tricks from expert chocolatiers on how to best make your own gourmet treats?
A 2-hour chocolate-making class can be a great plan if you are single on Valentine’s Day and want to meet people while learning how to prepare some choco classics like bonbons or truffles.
You can also satisfy your sweet tooth by attending a tasting workshop where you could be introduced to the art of chocolate and be given the opportunity to try artisanal selections from master chocolatiers from across the globe.
3. Spa session to avoid any Valentine’s Day craziness
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Couples exchanging love messages on Facebook, people becoming obsessed with buying romantic gifts for their partners… There are a million reasons to get away from Valentine’s Day if you are single.
A good idea is to go to a spa and pamper yourself. Get a massage and an aromatherapy treatment to feel relaxed and relieve stress.
No one will ever love you like you do. So, use Valentine’s Day as an excuse to take care of the most important person in your life: You!
4. Watch some V-day flicks
You might not have been hit by Cupid’s arrow yet, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy Valentine’s Day.
The best solution: laugh therapy! What about a movie night watching rom-coms that show that being single sometimes is the best option?
A film like Bridget Jones’s Diary would make you forget about finding the perfect partner.
But if you feel more like celebrating friendship, there’s nothing like The Hangover, the Sex and the City movie, or Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion:
And if you are a fan of truly bizarre relationships, Ryan Gosling has the perfect movie for you: Lars and the Real Girl will really surprise you.
5. Meet people online
If you can’t defeat the enemies, join them!
Ignoring the most romantic day of the year is not always easy. Some singles start feeling the urgent need to be in a relationship as V-Day approaches.
If you are one of those singles who have fallen into the Valentine’s Day spirit (or trap, as some detractors would name this phenomenon), then it’s time to consider online dating in order to land a date for the 14!
Good news is that the period that goes from December 25 to February 14 is the best one to find a potential partner.
According to a study by Best Dating Sites, the traffic in dating sites and social networks sees a massive increase during the days before Valentine’s celebrations.
Therefore, if your goal is to meet new people on the internet and eventually find someone nice to spend your Valentine’s Day, now is your best chance! Dare to try?
Do you have the best advice for this St. Valentine’s Day? What are your plans for this day? Send us a 500-word article to storyteller@culturacolectiva.com
For more ideas about what to do this Valentine’s Day, whether single or with someone else, click on these:
The Ultimate Step-By-Step Guide To Have The Best Valentine’s Without A Valentine
10 Meaningful Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas For Long-Distance Couples
3 Ideas To Plan The Perfect Valentine’s Day (No, Seriously)
